Elk And Other Animal Cut Out Cookies Recipe

Name: Elk And Other Animal Cut Out Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 125 g butter, cut into pieces; 250 g flour; 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar (or use regular sugar and add some vanilla); 70 g sugar; 1 egg (medium); Optional Decorations; currants (for the eyes); colored sprinkles; royal icing or coloured icing; melted chocolate

Servings: persons

1
In a big bowl combine butter pieces, flour, vanilla sugar, sugar and egg. Knead into a smooth dough. Wrap dough into cling film and refrigerated for 30 minutes.
2
On a lightly floured surface roll out the dough quite thinly (about 3 mm thick).
3
Cut out elks or other shapes using a lightly floured cookie cutter and place on a paper-lined baking sheet. If you like attach a currant to each elk for eyes.
4
Bake in the pre-heated oven at 190u00b0C/375u00b0F for 8-12 minutes or until just slightly browned around the edges.
5
Allow to cool for 10 minutes on the cookie sheets and then transfer to a wire-rack to cool completely.
6
Now you can add any decorations you might like to add. I used some eggnog flavoured icing dipping the cookies into it and attaching a chocolate chip as an eye afterwards.
7
Let dry.

566

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 125 g butter, cut into pieces, 250 g flour, 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar (or use regular sugar and add some vanilla), 70 g sugar, and more.

Yes, Elk And Other Animal Cut Out Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Elk And Other Animal Cut Out Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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